Engineering Project Manager

Silven Recruitment Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Preston is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to oversee various engineering projects. This vital role requires a proven track record in project management within a food or FMCG environment, alongside experience in managing budgets and adhering to health and safety regulations. Joining the team offers opportunities for professional development and involvement in innovative projects aimed at continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years’ experience in project management in a food or FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrable knowledge of CDM regulations and health & safety in engineering or construction.
• A proactive, results-focused mindset with the ability to manage a busy workload.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the full lifecycle of capital projects, ensuring they're on time and on budget.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in Operations, NPD, Technical, and Engineering.
• Identify areas for improvement and support Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Health & Safety Regulations

Continuous Improvement

Education

Relevant Project Management Qualification (APM, PRINCE2)

Job description

Engineering Project Manager

Preston

Salary: Up to c.£60,000 + Benefits

We’re working with a successful food manufacturer in the north-west. Part of a wider group, they’re continuing to invest heavily in their site and need an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver a wide range of engineering projects.

About the Role

This is a busy, challenging role offering plenty of variety. The business is in good shape – they’re profitable, produce great products, and have a long-term project plan in place.

You’ll be leading and delivering projects of all shapes and sizes, from relatively small upgrades through to major Capex initiatives. There’s a strong, supportive team in place and some of things you’ll be doing will include:

• Leading the full lifecycle of capital projects, from initial conception through to planning, budgeting, commissioning and handover. Ensuring projects are delivered on time and budget, and meet the operational needs of the business. Identifying areas for improvement and supporting CI initiatives. Working collaboratively with key stakeholders in Operations, NPD, Technical, and Engineering. Ensuring all work is carried out safely.

About You

We’re looking for someone with a strong track record in successfully delivering a range of engineering projects in a food or FMCG manufacturing environment.

• At least 3-5 years’ experience of project management experience. Demonstrable knowledge of CDM regulations and health & safety in an engineering or construction setting. Able to manage large budgets, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time. Proactive, results focused mindset, able to manage a busy workload in a fast-paced, complex environment. Relevant project management qualification (APM, PRINCE2) would be ideal but is not essential.

Why Apply?

• You’ll be joining a business offering plenty of opportunities for development and progression. Flag-ship site in the group, often at the forefront of new initiatives and technologies. Plenty of variety and a long-term plan in place for ongoing improvements.

If you’d like to find out more, apply today!